The Global President of the University of Jos Alumni Association, Gad Peter Shamaki, has called on the government and security agencies to strengthen security around the University of Jos in order to protect lives and property.
Mr. Shamaki made the appeal in a one-page press release issued to journalists on Wednesday. He identified areas requiring urgent attention to include all University of Jos campuses and student hostels, key residential areas within Jos North Local Government Area where students reside, as well as major access routes frequently used by students and staff.
“We specifically request round-the-clock patrols, intelligence-led surveillance, and rapid response units to ensure that any potential threats are proactively addressed and swiftly neutralized,” he said.
The Alumni Association expressed deep concern over the recent rise in tension and reported threats affecting students, staff, and the broader university community within Jos North Local Government Area.
“The safety and well-being of every student and staff member remain our highest priority. In light of the current situation, we urgently call on the Plateau State Government and all relevant security agencies to immediately deploy enhanced, visible, and coordinated security presence across affected areas,” the statement added.
Meanwhile, tension gripped parts of Jos and the Bukuru metropolis earlier, following reports of an attack on individuals in the Nasarawa Gwom area of Jos North. A high-profile security source on Wednesday disclosed that the unrest stemmed from an alleged attack on two women, who were feared dead.
The incident triggered panic in areas such as Farin Gada and Terminus Market, where some travelers along the Bauchi–Jos route were reportedly stranded.
Security operatives of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) swiftly intervened to restore calm and contain the situation. At Kugiya Market in Bukuru, located in Jos South Local Government Area, petty traders fled for safety, abandoning their goods.
A tour of the Bukuru expressway revealed a significant reduction in vehicular movement, with only a few commercial vehicles on the road. Most petrol stations were also closed to customers.The incident occurred just hours after the 48-hour curfew imposed on Jos North by the government was reviewed to run daily from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m
